Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Artomatic!!

Artomatic is an art show like no other! This exhibit is not juried and not curated, which means that anyone can basically enter, (if you pay your money), and it will all be mashed up together. One room could showcase urban Gothic sculpture and flower photography side by side. Another juxtaposition can be of impressionist landscapes and cartoony graphic novel stills. The joy is in the seeking, finding and appreciating these nuances.

Come out for all the free art you can handle- 11 floors of arts experience, including stages full of dancing and music, workshops, wine and beer tasting, Busboys and Poets pop up cafe, comedy gigs and all kinds of other interactive features. Plus, about 1,300 artists show their work!

I am participating in Artomatic for the very first time. As my 'normal' work is not the type to be displayed in a more formal artistic setting, this was a challenge for me. My show "Purse-spirations: Purses Inspired by Other Art" is the prefect thing for this type of show. It is a little wacky, a little cool, a lot of different, in order to stand out in the crowd of other such art. If you did not have the chance to come to the Workhouse Arts Center to see the show in March, this is your second chance!

I am located on Floor 9, Suite 900, Space 102. It is a dark purple wall, near the dance stage. If you aren't sure when to come, I'll be at Meet the Artist Night on Saturday, June 2, 7-9pm.

Take Metro, parking is tight in Crystal City. It is on the yellow and blue lines.

Artomatic is less than a block from Crystal City Metro station. Cross the street and walk one-half block south on Bell Street. Artomatic is on your left, through the big courtyard.
The last train towards DC leaves at 11:49 PM on Sunday through Thursday, and 2:49 AM on Friday and Saturday nights (that is, Saturday and Sunday mornings).

ARTSCAPEFriday, July 21, 11am to 9pmSaturday, July 22, 11am to 9pmSunday, 11am to 8pmArtists' Market will be on Mount Royal Avenue from Mosher Street to North Charles Street, my booth TBA.Facebook Event Here and Website Here

About Me

Jenafusion Fashion Accessories are a collection of original items made from mostly recycled material. These are designed, hand crafted and sold locally in the DC metro area. The line includes unique purses, little bags, scarves, hats and other surprises!
Where Earth, Art and Fashion Collide!

Find out more about Jen-A-Fusion!

F.A.Q.s

These are the most asked questions I get. If you have one you really need to have added, please email me! Thanks to all the curious minds out there...

Q~ How did you get started?A~I don't really remember how or why I started sewing, but I did a lot of it by the time I was in high school. My grandmother was an accomplished seamstress and my mother also sewed a lot of our clothing. She taught me a little bit, but I mainly taught myself. I have always crafted, made stuff and been creative. I especially liked re-using materials or using them in new ways. For example, I used old makeup to 'paint' with, I cut up and patched together old clothing. The artist I am today has deep roots.

In 2004, I graduated from Marymount University with a BA in Fashion Design. Even then, my senior line was designed around making artwear clothing from recycled materials.

Q~ Where do you get your fabrics?A~ EVERYWHERE! Yes, I do buy a small portion of the cloth at fabric stores. However, I already own a HUGE amount of fabric. I obtain discontinued remnants from design studios, old clothing from friends and housewares from estate sales. I trash hunt in my neighborhood, and perhaps even yours too!

Q~ Why are some of the little bags different sizes?A~ I use mostly samples and/or scrap fabric for those bags, which are different sizes to begin with. If I trimmed them all down to the same size, it would create more waste.

Q~ You know what you should make?...Tissue holders, ipod cases, backpacks, headbands, dog coats, fanny packs, walker saddle bags...A~ Thanks for the input, I'll get right on it.

Q~And, diaper bags!A~ No, these people make them sooo much better and totally cool and fun and a fleece vest too! OMG! Check out www.dadgear.com!

Q~I'm inspired, I want to make my own bag, how can I copy yours?A~ I am flattered, but I design and draft all my own bags. If I told you, I'd have to silence you. Be creative and have fun on your own!

Q~What's next?A~I want to make some funky scarves. And, perhaps some wall hangings? Who knows!